Hans Castorp

Hans Castorp is the protagonist of Thomas Mann’s novel "The Magic Mountain." He is a young, aspiring engineer who visits a Swiss sanatorium for a short stay and ends up staying for several years. Throughout the story, Hans reflects on themes of life, death, health, and philosophy amid his interactions with patients from various backgrounds. His journey symbolizes a quest for understanding and self-awareness amidst a world of complex ideas and existential questions, set against the backdrop of a tranquil but intellectually charged mountain retreat.